Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking an Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Professor for a fixed-term position to teach a variety of advertising and public relations courses. This role may be part-time or full-time, depending on departmental needs, and includes responsibilities such as preparing syllabi, managing assignments, and possibly delivering courses online.

Qualified candidates should have a doctorate in the relevant fields and at least five years of industry experience. The position is designated as remote-friendly, enabling a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• At least five years of industry experience in advertising, public relations, marketing, strategic communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrable skills in areas related to course content.
• Management experience in advertising, public relations, marketing, strategic communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a range of lower, upper, and master's level advertising and public relations courses
• Preparing syllabi building on existing courses
• Delivering courses in-class and potentially online
• Managing and grading all assignments

Job description

Job Title

Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Position Summary

We value diversity of background, experience, and teaching and research perspectives. We are seeking candidates who are dynamic and engaging in the classroom as an instructor of record. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated professional success in strategic communications. The review of applications is ongoing and continuous. Please note that a position could be part‑time or full‑time and vary by semester, depending on the needs of the department. It is possible that no positions are needed in some semesters.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a range of lower, upper, and master's level advertising and public relations courses
• Preparing syllabi building on existing courses
• Preparing course materials and syllabi
• Delivering courses in‑class and potentially online
• Managing and grading all assignments
• Following course policies and guidelines

Appointments

Appointments are initially for one semester or one year, depending on scheduling needs, but may be renewed based on funding and performance. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate – Advertising, Public Relations, Communications

Minimum Requirements

At least five years of industry experience in advertising, public relations, marketing, strategic communications, or a related field. Demonstrable skills in areas related to course content.

Minimum Degree Requirements Differ Depending on Faculty Rank

• Assistant Instructor rank requires a bachelor's degree.
• Instructor rank requires a master's degree.
• Assistant Professor rank requires a Ph.D.

Desired Qualifications

Management experience in advertising, public relations, marketing, strategic communications, or a related field. Recognized or award‑winning achievements in related areas of practice.

Required Application Materials

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter

Special Instructions

Interested candidates should apply via the MSU job application website at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/listing/. Please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your application.

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment, and this position has been designated as remote‑friendly. Remote‑friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.